2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
